Rangers end winless streak with comeback victory over Arica

Rangers de Talca ended a significant "curse" by achieving their first victory in the 2026 Liga de Ascenso, triumphing 2-1 over San Marcos de Arica. The win came after a demoralizing 20-game stretch without a win, marked by 14 losses and six draws.

Despite the victory, Rangers remain at the bottom of the league standings with 9 points. However, they have narrowed the gap with second-to-last placed Deportes Santa Cruz, who have 16 points. The match, held at the Estadio "Carlos Dittborn," saw San Marcos de Arica take an early lead in the third minute with a goal from Boris Sagredo.

Rangers responded in the 18th minute when Agustín Mora set up Claudio Servetti for an equalizer. The decisive goal came in the second half, with Ignacio Mesías heading home to secure the 1-2 victory and end the team's prolonged winless run. The win was a crucial morale boost for the team.

The result leaves Arica in eighth place with 30 points, their playoff spot now under threat. They will face Cobreloa in their next match, while Rangers are set to play Unión Española.

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Sin embargo, Rangers no bajó los brazos y consiguió empatar. Agustín Mora se sacó a tres rivales en el área, levantó el centro y Claudio Servetti remató de cabeza para el 1-1 parcial (18').